What the countertop to choose: granite or marble?
A. Both marble and granite can be used for kitchen counters, but each has its advantages and disadvantages. Marble is available in an unlimited number of colors, but scratches very easily. If you are going to be cutting meats and vegetables on these counters, marble is a poor choice. Granite is very scratch resistant and will take cutting, but it can be porous. If you are doing a lot of cooking with hot oil, granite can easily stain. It can, however, be protected against staining if sealed with a good quality stone sealer. Most kitchen stone kitchen countertops are made of granite, which is overall a better choice than marble.
